12753 LATERAL ROOT DRIVE One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Palmer Ranch. Brand new, never lived in, spacious luxury home with 5BR, 4BA, a 3 car garage, and an oversized, heated, saltwater pool located in highly regarded Palmer Ranch is offered now for an annual lease. Built on a premium preserve and partial lake homesite, this home includes almost $300, 000 in design upgrades and builder options. They include many of the modern finishes desired by today's buyers, such as wood plank look porcelain tile floors throughout the first floor, a gourmet kitchen with built-in stainless steel appliances, modern two-tone kitchen cabinets, a large center island with high-level quartz counter tops and a designer backsplash. This popular Juniper floor plan features a first-floor Owner's Suite with an expansive bathroom, soaking tub, walk-in shower, double vanities, and a large walk-in closet. The floor plan also includes a guest suite on the first floor and a full bathroom with a frameless shower enclosure. The first-floor laundry room includes built-in cabinets and quartz countertops. The second level offers a spacious loft, 3 additional bedrooms with walk-in closets, and 2 large bathrooms. The extended lanai is pre-plumbed for an outdoor kitchen and offers ample space for sunning or dining alfresco. The saltwater, heated pool was enlarged to 35' by 16' for swimming laps. The pool also includes a large sun shelf with a bubbler and two decorative fountain bowls. The community is situated in a beautiful South Sarasota location near world-famous Siesta Key, Lido, Nokomis, Casey Key, and Venice Beaches, making every day feel like a vacation. The gated community offers a workout room, a tot lot, a pool with a splash pad, a flex field, a basketball court, a beach volleyball court, and both a small and large dog park. It is located in an excellent school district with highly rated schools. The community also offers easy access to downtown Sarasota and downtown Venice Island both with their many cultural and lifestyle offerings. Home is offered for sale as well.